The name pretty much says it all. Driving through the winding back roads of Placer County, you pass equestrian centers and wineries – rustic, rural and beautiful. As you enter The Vineyard estates, the roads widen, the houses take on a subtle vibrancy and a sense of quiet community.

And then there are the vineyards. Yes, you’ve passed many wineries to get here, but in The Vineyards, nearly every home proudly cultivates their grapes right there in the front yard. The homes, primarily Mediterranean in style, are palatial yet subdued, even with fountains and pools tucked in the terraces. The lilacs, lavender, and wisteria scale the opulence back to high-end elegance and underline the natural beauty of the area.

A wetland open space preserve winds through the neighborhood, accessing woodsy walking trails, while a small gated park features a basketball court and playground. Despite the Tuscan ambiance, The Vineyard is mere minutes from Auburn’s Highway 49 and Interstate 80, as well as a number of restaurants, coffee shops, large movie theatre and yoga studio.